What is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat deposits from specific areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, arms, and neck. This procedure can help contour and reshape these areas, resulting in a more proportionate and toned appearance.

Liposuction is ideal for individuals who have stubborn fat pockets that do not respond to diet and exercise. Recovery typically involves a few weeks of limited activity and follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing. If you’re considering liposuction, schedule an appointment today to discuss your options with us today.

Liposuction is an extremely safe procedure and done through small ‘keyhole’ incisions. There are sometimes no suture placed or a single dissolvable suture where required. The entry ports for the cannulas which are used to remove the fat are cosmetically hidden so not seen.

Types of Liposuction

There are just a few different liposuction techniques. But what they all have in common is the use of a thin tube, called a cannula, connected to a vacuum to suction the fat from your body.

Conventional Tumescent liposuction is the most common technique. A surgeon injects a sterile solution into the area where the fat is to be removed. It consists of saline -- which is salt water - along with lidocaine and epinephrine. The solution makes it easier to suction the fat with less blood loss and pain.

Ultrasound-assisted liposuction, or UAL, uses sound waves energy under your skin to rupture the cell walls of the fat. This liquefies the fat so it can be suctioned out.

VASER : This is the improved version of ultrasound assisted liposuction in which fat is first emulsified using VASER machine then fat is suctioned out.

POWER ASSISTED LIPOSUCTION : In this technique special power machines are used for liposuction to improve its efficacy and result.

Laser-assisted liposuction : uses a laser to produce a burst of energy to liquefy the fat.

Who is the Right Candidate for Liposuction?

Liposuction carried out alone is usually more effective in patients who had a reasonably good skin tone and not a lot of skin excess although liposuction can help to tighten loose skin.

Preparation

Liposuction alone is generally done under intravenous sedation or local anaesthesia alone but if combined with other facial procedures such as facelifting or blepharoplasty it will be done under general anaesthesia.

Why Liposuction Surgery Is Done?

Liposuction procedure is done if:

  • If you have localized areas of fat deposits that are disproportionate with the rest of your body.
  • If you would like more definition or a sleeker contour in certain areas of your body.
  • If your skin elasticity is good (Liposuction removes fat, but does not tighten skin).

What to expect immediately after liposuction?

If liposuction is done alone you can go home the same day. Mild painkillers are needed for 3-5 days. Dr Mayank Mangal will advise on a compression bandage to be worn for 2 weeks. Results are visible after a few days but will normally continue to improve over the coming months.

Our Other Treatment

Our Plastic Surgeon will recommend the most suitable treatment option based on your skin type and the severity of disease or issue.